Denizli Private Egekent Hospital Internal Diseases Specialist Dr. Ahmet Bilge stated that influenza, which is not taken very seriously among the public, can lead to serious diseases when left untreated.
Private Egekent Hospital Internal Diseases Specialist Dr. Ahmet Bilge pointed out that flu cases are increasing rapidly with the change in weather and that the disease can be severe, especially in some risk groups. Stating that influenza is a disease that is often not taken seriously among the public but can cause serious health problems when left untreated, Uz. Dr. Bilge said, “Untreated flu can turn into fatal diseases such as pneumonia and meningitis. Especially in children and the elderly, pregnant women, obese people, people with chronic respiratory diseases and people with weakened immune systems, the flu can be quite severe. There is a treatment for influenza. You can significantly shorten the duration of the disease and ensure that the symptoms are mild with the treatment to be started under the control of a doctor from the first moment the symptoms begin.”
Rest is important
Providing information about what those who have the flu should do, Uz. Dr. Ahmet Bilge said that resting at home will both ensure rapid recovery and prevent the transmission of the disease. Dr. Bilge gave the following advice to patients:
“Contagiousness starts the moment the symptoms start, even 1 day before. Contagiousness continues as long as there are symptoms. A large amount of fluid should be consumed during the illness. This fluid does not have to be only water. You can drink vitamin C-rich orange juice, linden, sage tea, tea with lemon. Since vitamin C strengthens the body's defense system, fruits, especially citrus fruits, should be consumed. Consuming dark green leafy fresh vegetables frequently will also increase your body resistance.”
